“Definitely a gamble” – Huddersfield Town in managerial talks with 46-year-old: The verdict
The Terriers are in talks with a potential new boss in the form of Michael Duff
This article is part of Football League World’s ‘The Verdict’ series, which provides personal opinions from the FLW writers regarding the latest breaking news, teams, players, managers, potential signings and more…
Following Darren Moore’s recent dismissal, Huddersfield Town are looking for their third permanent boss of the season.
It appears, though, that the Terriers may now have their eyes fixed on the man they want in charge.
Huddersfield Town in talks with Michael Duff
That is according to Alan Nixon via Patreon, who reports that Huddersfield are currently in talks with Michael Duff about becoming their new manager.
Duff is available after being sacked by Swansea City in December.
Nixon reveals that the former Swans boss is keen on the role, too, which is a positive sign from a Huddersfield perspective.
Nixon’s report also reminds us that Town have been long-term admirers of Duff.
Indeed, his report outlines the fact that Huddersfield wanted to make Duff their new boss when Kevin Nagle originally took over at the football club. However, at the time, the compensation to get Duff out of Barnsley was too much.
Paul Heckingbottom is said to be a rival to Duff for the vacancy, but the ex-Blades boss is said to be willing to wait on other offers.
Hiring Duff would be a gamble for Huddersfield
With the above links in mind, it begs the question – Would Michael Duff be a good appointment for the Terriers? And, ultimately, will he keep them in the Championship this season?
Some of our FLW writers have discussed those two important points below…
Simmey Hannifin-Donaldson
Given Huddersfield Town’s current position in the Championship, their next appointment has to be spot on.
However, I can’t help but feel that appointing Duff is a bit of a risk.
Whilst we must not forget the good work that he did at Cheltenham or Barnsley, hiring him off the back of his most recent stint with Swansea City is definitely a bit of a gamble given Huddersfield Town’s current predicament.
